Experts say that cleaning your washing machine’s filter monthly can help prevent problems like musty smells and improper drainage.

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Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

Neglecting your washing machine filter can cause blockages, slow draining, bad smells, and even water pump damage.

Washing machines can save us a lot of time and effort when it comes to keeping our clothes clean and fresh. But like many appliances in our home, they also require cleaning themselves to be able to ...

Washing machines do the work for you when it comes to laundry, but they still require some maintenance. When's the last time you cleaned your inlet filter?

When was the last time you cleaned your washing machine filter? Rest assured that you're not alone if your answer is somewhere between "never" and "Does my washer even have a filter?" While you may ...